Department of Veterans Affairs
Pulmonologist, Critical Care Physician - Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, La
Shreveport, LA
Physician – Pulmonologist, Critical Care
Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA.
The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center has an immediate opening for a full-time, board-certified/board-eligible Pulmonologist in Pulmonary/Critical Care. The Shreveport-Bossier City area is home to Barksdale Air Force Base, as well as numerous colleges and universities, theaters, lakes, golf courses, beautiful housing areas, churches, and great schools. You'll enjoy a unique combination of two great American heritages: a little Cajun, and since we're less than 15 minutes from the Texas border, a little Lone Star, too. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans. The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America's Veterans.
Highlights of this position include:
- Potential starting base salary: $240,000 - $385,000
- Daily schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30pm; On-call as required
- Position involves inpatient and outpatient Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care Medicine
- Education responsibilities for Pulmonary/Critical Care fellows, Internal Medicine residents and medical students
- Full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery from any U.S. State
Additional requirements:
- Board certified or board eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care
About Department of Veterans Affairs
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.
Compensation Details
$240-385k
* We offer:* * Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Assistance with payment of outstanding medical school loans, up to $200K over 5 years, if approved. * Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) * Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA * CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) * Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting If interested, please email a copy of your current CV to me to schedule a time to discuss this exciting opportunity!
Posted March 23, 2026